Homelessness Prevention Officer – Early Intervention (3-Month Contract)

Civic Recruitment Limited; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

3-month contract

Dynamic team

Meaningful work

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks an Early Intervention Officer to join the Local Authority Housing Service in Enfield for a 3-month contract. The role focuses on preventing homelessness by conducting housing assessments and supporting residents in finding sustainable housing solutions.

Responsibilities include handling homelessness inquiries, creating PHPs, making Section 184 decisions, and advising on housing options in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in homelessness prevention within a Local Authority or housing setting.
• Familiarity with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.
• Experience conducting homelessness inquiries and housing assessments.
• Experience making Section 184 decisions and creating Personal Housing Plans.

Responsibilities

• Prevent homelessness by supporting residents at risk of losing their homes.
• Conduct housing assessments and handle homelessness inquiries.
• Develop and manage Personal Housing Plans (PHPs).
• Make Section 184 homelessness decisions.
• Perform suitability and affordability assessments for housing.
• Negotiate and mediate with landlords, families, and housing providers.
• Maintain detailed case records and manage case systems effectively.

Skills

Homelessness prevention

Housing assessments

Negotiation & mediation

Customer service

Communication skills

Tools

Housing Jigsaw

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited seeks an Early Intervention Officer to join the Local Authority Housing Service in Enfield for a 3-month contract. The role focuses on preventing homelessness by conducting housing assessments and supporting residents in finding sustainable housing solutions.

Responsibilities include handling homelessness inquiries, creating PHPs, making Section 184 decisions, and advising on housing options in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017.